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Hillyfields New Roof Snagging
New roof snagging in Hillyfields from an independent, experienced roof surveyor. More than 20 years and over 5,000 surveys across London and South East England.
- Verge tiles or slates not secured
- Tiles or slates sitting out of line
- Ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed
What new roof snagging looks like in Hillyfields
Hillyfields lies within about 2 miles of the sea, and places near the sea get more salt in the air and more wind than inland. Metal fixings and flashings corrode faster in salt air, and loose ridges, slates and tiles are the first to lift in a gale. A number of Hampshire villages keep thatched roofs on their older buildings. Older houses in the South East frequently have slate or clay tile roofs, while many later estates have concrete tiles. The covering on a house you are buying, or on a roof just finished, tells us where to look hardest.
For landlords with property near Redbridge station, a survey before purchase, or before signing off a new roof, saves surprises once a tenant moves in. If you own one of the older houses in the streets near All Saints, the roof’s history matters as much as its looks, and a survey brings the past repairs to light.
Hillyfields is about 2 miles north-west of Regents Park, in Southampton. Hillyfields gets the same service as everywhere else we work: a careful look at whatever is safely visible, photos and a clear written report. Hillyfields is one of the places in Southampton where we work.
We work across SO16 for new roof snagging. Streets in the area include Maplin Road, Colne Avenue and Hayburn Road, and we cover them all. Main roads around Hillyfields include the M271, so getting to you is simple. If you are just outside Hillyfields, we cover Nursling (1 mile north), Maybush (1 mile south-east), Upton (1 mile north), Rownhams (1 mile north-east) and Coxford (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Southampton (3 miles east), Townhill Park (5 miles east), Midanbury (5 miles east), Thornhill (6 miles east), Chartwell Green (5 miles east) and Harefield (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Hillyfields
In Hillyfields, that means homes and buildings near Oasis Academy Lord's Hill, St James' Park and Millbrook Community School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Redbridge station, roughly 1.1 miles south. Nearby you will also find Marlands Shopping Centre (3.4 miles south-east) and Eling Experience (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Hillyfields include Testwood Lakes.
About our new roof snagging in Hillyfields
We carry out new roof snagging in Hillyfields and across London and the South East. A visit normally takes an hour or two at most homes, and longer for a large or complex roof. We inspect as far as it’s safe to see, and by drone where it’s applicable. A photo report follows. We inspect on weekdays and at weekends. If you’re worried about underlay ending short at the eaves and ridge and hip tiles not properly fixed, we can find out what’s behind it, whatever the roof.
Bungalows, chalet bungalows and older cottages are common in smaller places like Hillyfields, and many have been extended or had dormers added. Even on a low roof, dormers, valleys and flat-roofed additions need a careful look. That applies whether you are buying in Hillyfields or checking a new roof there. Snags and wear both tend to show at dormer lead work and along flat-roof edges.
We keep jargon out of it: where something needs attention, it says so plainly, along with how urgent it is.
- Location
- Hillyfields (SO16)
- Region
- Southampton
- Cost
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Reports
- A written report with photos, by email
- When we survey
- Weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays
- Cover
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
What we can’t see
A survey is a close look at the new roof, but it can’t do everything. The main limits are:
- What’s under the new coverings
- Details hidden from sight
- A promise that the roof won’t leak
If in doubt, phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and we’ll suggest the right survey before booking. The full list of what we check.
What this survey covers
- New flat roofs
- Flashings and valleys
- Loft conversions and dormers
- New-build homes
- Ridges and verges
- Replacement roofs
Roof by roof
Valleys
A valley takes water from two slopes, so the detailing matters. The lining and the cut coverings along it are checked.
Underlay and ventilation
From the loft, we check the underlay and look for condensation.
The survey, step by step
On the day, we start by asking what you’ve noticed and what you want to find out. After that, we look at everything we can see safely, from ground level, from windows, in the roof space and by drone where it applies. The survey typically takes an hour or two for most houses, though large, tall or awkward roofs take more time. Being in a smaller place like Hillyfields doesn’t change how the visit works: we look from ground level, from windows, from the loft and from the roof where it is safe. Point out any stains, cracks or loose pieces you’ve spotted.
- We start by finding out what was replaced and what worries you.
- The new coverings, ridge, hips and verges are inspected where it’s safe to see them.
- We check valleys, flashings and gutters, and the underlay at the eaves where it is visible.
- We look in the roof space, where there is safe access, and around the property for debris or damage.
- The snags are written up with photos for you to share with your roofer.
Before the survey
- If the roof is shared, arrange access with whoever manages the building
- Mention any parking restrictions on your street
- If it is not your property yet, arrange access through the agent
How to book
Getting a price is simple: just call 07833 053749 or email us, let us know about the property and we’ll explain which survey suits. We confirm the price before anything is booked.
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Why act early in Hillyfields
Raising snags before the final payment is normally simpler. After the final payment, getting them back can take longer. Our report lists what to raise. Tradespeople may need to travel further to a smaller place like Hillyfields, so it helps to plan roof work rather than call someone out in a hurry. A survey gives you that notice.
A Basic Survey starts from £150, including VAT. The Standard Survey starts from £250 and the Premium Survey from £400, both including VAT. You’ll know the price for your roof before booking.
Why book us in Hillyfields
- Over 20 years’ experience
- 5,000+ surveys completed
- Customer satisfaction of 98%
- We hold a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID
See our cost guide and our case studies.
What we are asked to look at in Hillyfields
Snags happen on many building jobs. Fiddly details are frequently where things go wrong, especially when the weather is against them.
A survey can pick up problems such as:
- Vents that weren’t fitted or are covered
- Cracked or slipped new tiles or slates
- Flashings not properly dressed or fixed
- Gutters or fascias damaged during the job
Southampton Tudor House and Garden lies about 3.7 miles south-east, so building around Hillyfields goes back a long way. If you’re buying an older home nearby, it is worth knowing whether it is listed or in a conservation area before you plan any re-roofing.
Choosing a roof surveyor
- What the survey won’t cover
- Whether the roof space is looked at, where there is one
- Do they have a CAA Flyer ID and Operator ID for drone work?
- Whether VAT is added on top
What affects the price in Hillyfields
All our prices include VAT. What changes the price is:
- Whether it’s a home or a commercial building
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Height and safe access
A small, low roof with good viewpoints takes less time than a tall, complicated one, and the package matters as well. We will give you the figure before anything is booked.
What we need to know
Getting the details right at the start saves time. It helps to include:
- Where water is showing inside, if it is
- Dates you are working to, such as exchange
- Your postcode, so we can check access and travel
- The style of property, from a terrace to a block
Once you know what you need, call 07833 053749 or send us an email. From there it’s a case of choosing a package, agreeing the price and fixing a day.
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Hillyfields: your questions answered
Is the coastal weather around Hillyfields hard on roofs?
Frequently, yes. Within about 2 miles of the sea, as Hillyfields is, metal fixings wear faster and gales find any loose ridge or slate.
Will you come out to Hillyfields?
Yes, we do. We work right across London and the South East, and smaller places are part of that. Longer journeys are simply planned ahead of time.
What’s the best way to book?
It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email. Let us know the address and a little about the roof, and we will take it from there. Surveys run on any day of the week.
When should I book new roof snagging?
As soon as the work is finished, and before the final payment if you can. That gives time for any snags to be put right.
Can you survey at the weekend?
We survey seven days a week: weekdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Let us know which days suit you when you book.
Is snagging available for a new-build house roof?
Yes, the inspection works the same as for a re-roof. The report lists snags with photos for you to pass to your builder.
Can you tell me if my roof has asbestos?
No. We do not sample or test for asbestos. Where a material might contain it, such as old cement sheets on a building from before 2000, the report flags it, with a recommendation to have a specialist asbestos surveyor check before it’s disturbed.